It needs a drastic revamp, doesn't it? Spearing and Henderson starting an FA Cup final? Horrendous.
So, let's look at the options. If we're going to make a go of a potential Carroll/Suarez partnership how will we line up next year?
Central Midfield:
Gerrard: He's past his best. No longer able to dominate and inspire through sheer dynamism in a midfield two, he's becoming something of a difficult player to place. Right midfield with licence to drift in/drift wide and fire in crosses for Carroll? I don't think we can build a team around him any more.
Spearing: I've always wanted him to do well and championed him on here for a long time whilst in the reserves. But he's just not good enough, tidy wee player but not athletic/creative/dominant enough for a top club. He cost us today and simply hasn't done enough over the season to have any hope that he's the future of our club.
Henderson: Frustrating. At times, he looks as if he has the tools if he'd just take a chance here and there, but ultimately he's flattered to deceive throughout the season. A good engine and touch, but little creative flair or intent and little evidence of belief in himself to take any game (let alone a cup final) by the scruff of the neck. 16m? Fuck me.
Adam: Shone in a struggling side last year, but crucially as part of a midfield three playing a quarterback role. A good start to the season but his limitations soon became apparent and it seemed the more he pushed himself to make the grade, the more desperate and less disciplined his game became. A squad option, no more.
Lucas: My God we've missed him, but who knows how long it'll be before he recovers his excellent form before injury. Hopefully a definite and worthy starter for next season.
The Wings/Flanks:
Downing; Really fucking frustrating. He doesn;t believe he's a top player does he, so why should we? 20m? Kenny's had an absolute nightmare with Stewart. Average pace, creativity, crossing ability, shooting ability etc etc Mr percentage ball, should be at Villa or the like.
Kuyt: Likely gone in the summer and probably the best move for both parties.
Sterling: Would like to see more of this young lad. Pace, trickery and and excellent cross on him. He'll not be ready to start every game next year but certainly a viable option from what I've seen.
Maxi: Seemingly underused this year but likely to move on given his age and lack of playing time.
Bellamy: An excellent squad player, we simply can't rely on him to play most games next year.
So, who do we need? I reckon 2 central midfielders and at least one winger. Any ideas?
So, let's look at the options. If we're going to make a go of a potential Carroll/Suarez partnership how will we line up next year?
Central Midfield:
Gerrard: He's past his best. No longer able to dominate and inspire through sheer dynamism in a midfield two, he's becoming something of a difficult player to place. Right midfield with licence to drift in/drift wide and fire in crosses for Carroll? I don't think we can build a team around him any more.
Spearing: I've always wanted him to do well and championed him on here for a long time whilst in the reserves. But he's just not good enough, tidy wee player but not athletic/creative/dominant enough for a top club. He cost us today and simply hasn't done enough over the season to have any hope that he's the future of our club.
Henderson: Frustrating. At times, he looks as if he has the tools if he'd just take a chance here and there, but ultimately he's flattered to deceive throughout the season. A good engine and touch, but little creative flair or intent and little evidence of belief in himself to take any game (let alone a cup final) by the scruff of the neck. 16m? Fuck me.
Adam: Shone in a struggling side last year, but crucially as part of a midfield three playing a quarterback role. A good start to the season but his limitations soon became apparent and it seemed the more he pushed himself to make the grade, the more desperate and less disciplined his game became. A squad option, no more.
Lucas: My God we've missed him, but who knows how long it'll be before he recovers his excellent form before injury. Hopefully a definite and worthy starter for next season.
The Wings/Flanks:
Downing; Really fucking frustrating. He doesn;t believe he's a top player does he, so why should we? 20m? Kenny's had an absolute nightmare with Stewart. Average pace, creativity, crossing ability, shooting ability etc etc Mr percentage ball, should be at Villa or the like.
Kuyt: Likely gone in the summer and probably the best move for both parties.
Sterling: Would like to see more of this young lad. Pace, trickery and and excellent cross on him. He'll not be ready to start every game next year but certainly a viable option from what I've seen.
Maxi: Seemingly underused this year but likely to move on given his age and lack of playing time.
Bellamy: An excellent squad player, we simply can't rely on him to play most games next year.
So, who do we need? I reckon 2 central midfielders and at least one winger. Any ideas?
